Bill Nicolaou
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented risk management and auditing professional. Proven ability to absorb diverse subject matters, I excel in providing strategic support and advice to stakeholders throughout the risk identification, assessment and mitigation processes. Acting with integrity I build collaborative and strong partnerships with internal and external stakeholders to enhance the formulation of risk strategies and ensure alignment with organisational policies and legislative requirements. Committed to promoting best practices, I aim to leverage my expertise in risk, compliance and auditing to drive effective risk management practices that support organisational objectives and foster a culture of proactive risk awareness.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Audit and Risk Officer
Exchange for Change
11.2022 - Current
- Company Overview: Audit and Risk department
- Promoting a culture of effective governance and risk management by delivering advice and education aimed at improving knowledge and assisting internal and external stakeholders with maintaining effective internal controls and mitigation of risk.
- Development of the enterprise risk management framework including business unit risk registers, work health and safety risks as well as fraud and corruption.
- Key point of contact to liaise with internal and external stakeholders during audit and risk activities to deliver accurate audit reports.
- Review audit plans, terms of reference, reports and management updates on implementation of audit recommendations to ensure accuracy and appropriate risk management.
- Developing both the NSW and ACT Scheme Risk Registers, Business Continuity Plan and Crisis Management Framework for the organisation.
- Providing advice to the Chief Risk and Audit Officer for the development and implementation of the Strategic Internal Audit Plan.
- Conducting annual review of government protocols relating to Material Recovery Facilities and the Verification Methodology for the NSW Network Operator.
- Completing audit compliance activities for NSW and ACT including Material Recovery Facilities, first supplier and exporters of beverage containers; and NSW and ACT Network Operators.
- Co-ordinating with the external scheme auditors for the completion of the audit report for the audit and risk business unit.
- Conducting the annual review of all NSW and ACT audit procedures and the audit plan.
- Developing policies and procedures relating to Working from Home, Remote First Policy and conducting a WHS Risk assessment.
- Successfully leading the ISO 45001 certification for the organisation.
- Audit and Risk department
Senior Tax Accountant
CBC Partners
05.2021 - 11.2022
- Prepared year-end tax returns, financial reports, BAS/IAS, and other compliance documents for a wide range of entities including companies, partnerships, and trusts, with expertise in CGT, Division 7A, TPAR, and reconciliations.
- Managed a diverse client portfolio, effective communication to ensure timely lodgments and experienced in client relationship management, workflow supervision, and training junior staff.
- Proficient in Xero (including Practice Manager), MYOB Essentials/AccountRight, and ATO Tax Agent Portal, with hands-on experience in audit support, WIP/job budgeting, and preparing invoices and year-end adjustments.
Tax Accountant
Baskin Clarke Partners
11.2018 - 04.2021
- Prepared year-end tax returns and financial statements for individuals, companies, trusts, partnerships, and charities using XPA, Xero, and MYOB; lodged BAS and IAS using APS tax software.
- Managed a large client portfolio, ensuring timely lodgments and high client satisfaction; liaised with clients and internal stakeholders; analysed WIP reports and assisted with invoice preparation.
- Demonstrated strong attention to detail, organisational skills, and communication through preparation of work papers, webinar support.
- Led the firm’s transition to a paperless system using various PDF tools.
Analyst
Deloitte Australia
07.2017 - 11.2018
- Company Overview: Audit and Assurance department
- Conducted interim and year-end audits across diverse industries using Deloitte Connect.
- Served as primary client contact for audit evidence; maintained client relationships; managed competing priorities; applied strong analytical skills; and trained new graduates.
- Audit and Assurance department
Fund Accountant
SuperConcepts
06.2016 - 06.2017
- Managed daily administration of 160+ Self-Managed Superannuation Funds, including reconciliations, client communication, compliance tasks, and mentoring new team members.
- Liaising with external institutions and supporting complex client arrangements.
Education
CA Risk Specialist Member - Governance, enterprise risk management, strategic risks, financial risks, operational risks, data governance and risk culture.
06.2025
Registered Tax Agent -
Tax Practitioners Board
01.2025
CA Program Graduate Diploma of Chartered Accounting -
Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand
01.2022
Deloitte Australia Graduate Program - Audit and Assurance Services Stream
01.2018
Bachelor of Commerce – Professional Accounting -
Macquarie University
01.2017
Skills
- Advanced data analysis
- Problem solving
- Advanced communication
- Strategic thinking
- Risk Management
- Governance
- Compliance audits
- Regulatory knowledge
- Policy development
- Work Health and Safety compliance
- Reviews of government protocols
- Development of risk registers
- Implementation of risk registers
- Development of internal frameworks
- Business continuity plans
- Crisis management frameworks
Timeline
Senior Audit and Risk Officer
Exchange for Change
11.2022 - Current
Senior Tax Accountant
CBC Partners
05.2021 - 11.2022
Tax Accountant
Baskin Clarke Partners
11.2018 - 04.2021
Analyst
Deloitte Australia
07.2017 - 11.2018
Fund Accountant
SuperConcepts
06.2016 - 06.2017
Registered Tax Agent -
Tax Practitioners Board
CA Program Graduate Diploma of Chartered Accounting -
Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand
Deloitte Australia Graduate Program - Audit and Assurance Services Stream
Bachelor of Commerce – Professional Accounting -
Macquarie University